Abjunction

Pronunciation: /əbˈdʒʌŋkʃən/

Definitions of abjunction

noun a rare or obsolete term for the act of separating or cutting off

Example Sentences

A1 I have no idea what 'abjunction' means.

A2 The teacher explained the concept of 'abjunction' in class.

B1 The textbook provided a detailed explanation of 'abjunction'.

B2 The students discussed the implications of 'abjunction' in their research.

C1 The expert panel debated the various interpretations of 'abjunction' in legal contexts.

C2 The philosopher delved deep into the philosophical implications of 'abjunction' in his latest book.

Examples of abjunction in a Sentence

formal The judge issued an abjunction to prevent the company from releasing the confidential information.

informal The boss gave a strict abjunction to stop employees from using their phones during work hours.

slang I heard the teacher laid down an abjunction on using phones in class.

figurative The therapist suggested an abjunction from negative thoughts for a healthier mindset.

Grammatical Forms of abjunction

• past tense: abjunctioned
• plural: abjunctions
• comparative: more abjunctive
• superlative: most abjunctive
• present tense: abjuncts
• future tense: will abjunction
• perfect tense: has abjunctioned
• continuous tense: is abjunctioning
• singular: abjunction
• positive degree: abjunctive
• infinitive: to abjunction
• gerund: abjunctioning
• participle: abjunctioned

Origin and Evolution of abjunction

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'abjunction' originated from Latin, derived from the verb 'abjungere' meaning 'to separate'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in a legal context to refer to the act of separating or severing ties, the meaning of 'abjunction' has evolved over time to also include the act of disconnecting or disjoining things in a more general sense.